Adhd, Executive Function & Behavioral Challenges in the Classroom - by Carly Wolf & Cindy Goldrich (Paperback)

About the Book Take advantage of the latest brain research and evidence-based best practices to get kids motivated, focused, organized, and performing closer to their real potential. Included for easy reproduction are resources and worksheets to address issues related to: improving task initiation, planning, and time-management; strengthen emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility, and frustration tolerance; teach effective communication and collaboration skills; manage stress and anxiety in school and at home; practical, non-distracting movement; create a Growth Mindset temperament and improve perseverance; and use goal-setting techniques to improve performance and confidence. Book Synopsis Take advantage of the latest brain research and evidence-based best practices to get kids motivated, focused, organized and performing closer to their real potential. ADHD and executive function expert Cindy Goldrich and special education teacher Carly Wolf combined efforts to create this powerful resource to help teachers and professionals understand and connect with students. These practical tools and worksheets are designed to help students become resourceful, accountable, optimistic, and perseverant. Included for easy reproduction are resources and worksheets to address issues related to: Improving task initiation, planning, and time-management Strengthen emotional regulation, cognitive flexibility and frustration tolerance Teach effective communication and collaboration skills Manage stress and anxiety in school and at home Practical, non-distracting movement Create a Growth Mindset temperament and improve perseverance Use goal-setting techniques to improve performance and confidence

Review Quotes

"Cindy Goldrich and Carly Wolf provide real, practical, and powerful insights and tools. This book is invaluable for all classroom teachers." --Edward Hallowell, MD, author of Driven to Distraction

"Full of fantastic activities & worksheets that focus on honing essential skills like time management, taking someone else's perspective, flexible thinking, and developing grit." --Janine Halloran, LMHC, author of Coping Skills for Kids Workbook

This well-written and insightful book helps educators and others by providing new strategies and tools to better understand and reach and teach students with neurobehavioral challenges. It empowers and connects teachers with fresh perspectives to better understand and engage students to promote academic successes. The many user-friendly worksheets are practical and fun, and will help students better know and challenge themselves to stretch and master the skills they need. This book will energize and inspire students and teachers. Highly recommended. -- Gene Carroccia, PsyD, Clinical Psychologist, author of Treating ADHD/ADD in Children and Adolescents

About the Author Cindy Goldrich, Ed.M., ADHD-CCSP , is a mental health counselor, certified ADHD Clinical Services Provider, and internationally recognized expert in ADHD and Executive Function support. She is the founder of PTS Coaching, a leading organization dedicated to training and supporting parents, educators, and allied professionals. Carly Wolf, M.A ., is a special education teacher. She received her Master's in special education as an intervention specialist with a focus in academic coaching and leadership from the University of Northern Colorado. She received her Bachelor degree in Elementary and Special Education from the University of Delaware. Just after graduating from UD, Carly moved to Boulder, Colorado, where she started her teaching career as a special education teacher.